Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)

government body

Last mentioned: Feb 26, 2026

Timeline

Jul 31, 2026
Filing Deadline

Primary deadline for individual taxpayers to submit disclosures via the new forms.
Apr 1, 2026
Implementation Phase

New forms become active for the start of the new financial filing cycle.
Feb 25, 2026
Form 124 Notification

The Indian Income Tax Department officially notifies the new forms including relationship disclosure.

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India Mandates Landlord-Tenant Relationship Disclosure in New Tax Forms

The Indian Income Tax Department has introduced Form 124, requiring taxpayers to disclose their relationship with their landlord when claiming rent-related tax deductions. This regulatory shift aims to curb tax evasion through sham rental agreements between related parties.

Feb 26, 2026 2 sources